Tag Archives: Spain

Giddy-up, Aristotle

Posted on August 17, 2014 by 100swallows

This looks like a medieval version of Bing Crosby and Grace Kelly singing “True Love.” But it isn’t anything like that. Those aren’t earphones or the man’s microphone but a…bridle. The woman is riding him. She is Phyllis the Courtesan … Continue reading →

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Great Roman Engineering

Posted on August 11, 2014 by 100swallows

One of the most impressive Roman constructions you will ever see is the aqueduct of Segovia, Spain. Aqueduct of Segovia (file photo) It still brings good water down from the mountains fifteen kilometers away. For most of that distance the … Continue reading →

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Your First Bullfight? Here’s What You’ll See

Posted on November 5, 2009 by 100swallows

You find your seat in the grandstands and sit down. In front of you is a big circle of yellow sand, surrounded by a red fence. Horns blow, a gate opens, and the toreros (bullfighters) come out into the ring. … Continue reading →

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